Tag: Energy saving
New EU obligation could overwhelm homeowners
Craftsman applies insulation A proposal by the EU provides for the renovation of the most energy-inefficient buildings – this can quickly become expensive. (Photo: imago images / Westend61) Berlin The…
Efficient cooling – Plastics specialist Rehau saves huge amounts of electricity
Dusseldorf For many industrial companies, the energy-intensive part of their production involves heat. They have to generate so-called process heat, for example in order to be able to melt and…
What will my property be worth in the future?
property And how well is the house insulated? Recording with a thermal imaging camera. In fact, it’s a sure-fire success. Old building, three rooms, balcony, floorboards, 500 meters to the…
What is my house worth?
property And how well is the house insulated? Recording with a thermal imaging camera. In fact, it’s a sure-fire success. Old building, three rooms, balcony, floorboards, 500 meters to the…
Bank sees bottlenecks among many property owners
Family under construction (symbol image) For many owners, the energy-related renovation of buildings entails high costs. (Photo: IMAGO / Shotshop) Frankfurt For many of Germany’s house and apartment owners, the…
How high investments in energy efficiency saved the Westerkamp wood mill
Berlin “If we had worked with gas in the energy crisis year 2022, our company would probably not have survived economically,” says Ute Goossens. Goossens is the energy and environmental…
Which rules will apply to the promotion of new heating systems from 2024
Servicing a heat pump The federal government wants to promote the switch to climate-friendly heating systems. (Photo: In Pictures/Getty Images) Berlin The federal government has agreed on a draft law…
Heating law is to go into parliament before the summer recess
Union calls for an end to uncertainty about heating plans In view of the violent dispute in the traffic light coalition about the planned heating law, the Union calls for…
Electricity for industry and households should become cheaper
Dusseldorf When it is particularly sunny or windy in Germany, there is sometimes more electricity from renewable energies in the grid than is necessary. This puts a strain on the…
Geywitz and Habeck want to collect energy data about every building by law
According to Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Germany must not become an import country for electricity. That is why, in view of the increasing demand for electricity, the rapid expansion of capacity…
Controversial heating law not in the Bundestag this week
According to Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Germany must not become an import country for electricity. That is why, in view of the increasing demand for electricity, the rapid expansion of capacity…
Is a quick installation now worthwhile?
Dusseldorf The federal government wants to advance the heat transition with the new building energy law. The consequences for homeowners and tenants are far-reaching: from next January, every new heating…
Is it still worth installing a gas heating system before 2024?
gas meter Gas heating or heat pump? What causes higher costs? (Photo: IMAGO/Wolfgang Maria Weber) Dusseldorf A draft law by the federal government is causing a lot of concern among…
Is it still worth quickly installing a gas heating system before 2024?
gas meter Gas heating or heat pump? What causes higher costs? (Photo: IMAGO/Wolfgang Maria Weber) Dusseldorf A draft law by the federal government is causing a lot of concern among…
What to look out for when sharing heating costs with neighbors
Heat pump at the family house When it comes to heat pump sharing, there are numerous regulations to be observed. (Photo: obs) Dusseldorf High energy costs and the climate crisis…
Is your home fit for the energy transition?
The federal government wants Germany to be climate-neutral by 2045. In order for this ambitious goal to be achieved, property owners should also help to save energy. After all, according…
How useful is the heat pump in the old building really?
heat pump 500,000 heat pumps are to go into operation in Germany every year from 2024. (Photo: dpa) Berlin 500,000 heat pumps are to be put into operation in Germany…
Is a heat pump worthwhile in the long term in comparison?
heating costs When replacing or converting a gas heating system to a heat pump, district heating or pellet heating, the costs add up. (Photo: Getty Images) Dusseldorf Many people are…
“I don’t see how that can work” – Minister of Construction Geywitz against stricter energy standards
Klara Geywitz (SPD) The Minister of Construction advocates carefully considering how a building can become more environmentally friendly. (Photo: dpa) Berlin Building Minister Klara Geywitz (SPD) has expressed skepticism about…
Why flexible tariffs could now be worthwhile
smart meters Flexible tariffs have long been a reality in other countries. In Germany things are just getting started. (Photo: Reuters) Dusseldorf Intelligent electricity meters are becoming mandatory. The Bundestag…